1984 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 273 kg more than 1984 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Mustang | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Escape |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
